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2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Name the telecom service provider who received a licence from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to provide Internet and mobile services on flights.
A
BSNL
B
Bharti Airtel
C
Jio
D
Vodafone
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There are four types of telecom operator licenses in India: Basic Service License (BSL), Cellular Mobile Telephone Service License (CMTSL), Unified Access Service License (UASL), and Internet Service Provider License (ISPL).

Detailed explanation-2: -While the DoT is the sole authority for licensing of all telecommunications services in India, it is mandatory for the DoT to have TRAI’s recommendations, beforehand, with regard to matters over which TRAI has recommendatory powers (mentioned above).

Detailed explanation-3: -A telecommunications licence authorizes an entity to provide telecommunications services or operate telecommunications facilities. Licences also generally define the terms and conditions of such authorization, and describe the major rights and obligations of a telecommunications operator.

Detailed explanation-4: -A telecommunications service provider (TSP) is a type of communications service provider that has traditionally provided telephone and similar services. This category includes incumbent local exchange carriers, competitive local exchange carriers, and mobile wireless communication companies.

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